The walking community promotes many charity and causes, here is where you will find something to keep stepping for causes near and dear to your heart.

Race Walking in the OlympicsThe 2008 Olympics are underway and amid all the political turmoil and world strife, there are some amazing athletes who are striving to reach their dreams and goals in Beijing. Some of those athletes will be doing just that by race walking in the Olympics.

Take a Walking Tour on your VacationWhen you go on vacation or holiday, or even a business trip, one great way to see the sights and stay active is to take a walking tour. Read on for more info and some great tour ideas.

Walk Now for AutismApril is Autism Awareness month so Walk Now for Autism is sponsoring walks across the country to raise money and awareness for these disorders.

Walk or Jog a 5km fun eventFollow this training plan and at the end of six weeks you will be able to walk or jog 5km and participate in the numerous fun runs which are popular with charitable organisations.

Walk to End Breast CancerThe Susan G. Komen for the Cure organization is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. Find out how you can walk and help end breast cancer.

Walking for a CauseWalking for a cause can help motivate you to stick with your walking program because you are walking for something near and dear to your heart.

Walking in ScotlandI recently guest-authored an article for the Scottish culture site on walking in Scotland. What a great destination--a walker-friendly country with beautiful scenery.